2008 Acura TL vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
